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Mount Pleasant Middle

Middle School · Cabarrus County Schools

466 Walker Road, Mount Pleasant, NC 28124

Enrollment

657

Student-Teacher

16:1

Score

6.2

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

North Carolina schools

#1,387 of 2,648

In Mount Pleasant

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#28 of 43

Cabarrus County Schools

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Mount Pleasant Middle

6.2/10

Middle School in Mount Pleasant · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Mount Pleasant High

6.5/10

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7.9/10

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About Mount Pleasant Middle

Mount Pleasant Middle is a public middle school in Mount Pleasant, NC, part of Cabarrus County Schools. Mount Pleasant Middle serves approximately 657 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Mount Pleasant Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,387 of 2,648 schools in NC.

Structured state assessment records for Mount Pleasant Middle show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • NC avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

Mount Pleasant Middle sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.6Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.47 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency59.8% (2025 NC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency56.6% (2025 NC)
Math vs. State Avg+2.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+4.4 pts
Overall Proficiency58% (2025 NC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)62% (model expectation from 2025 NC)
vs. Expected-3.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile52th
Resources & Environment4.8Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,749
Chronic Absenteeism27.5%

Mount Pleasant Middle — Students at Mount Pleasant Middle score 58% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

49.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 56.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.9% (2025 NC)
ELA Proficiency 57.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 NC)

Based on 36 test records from NC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
86%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
91%
ELA
80%
2011
Math
86%
ELA
78%
2012
Math
45%
ELA
48%
2013
Math
39%
ELA
54%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
51%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
49%
2016
Math
43%
ELA
49%
2017
Math
45%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
54%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
54%
2020*
Math
50%
ELA
55%
2021*
Math
50%
ELA
55%
2022
Math
55.3%
ELA
53.7%
2025
Math
59.9%
ELA
56.6%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.6/10.

How Mount Pleasant Middle Compares

See how Mount Pleasant Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.2/10
48th percentile in NC
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
6.6/10
Average
Environment
4.8/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
49%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

466 Walker Road, Mount Pleasant, NC 28124

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mount Pleasant Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. J N Fries Magnet School (rated 5.4/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Concord), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Concord Middle (rated 2.4/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Concord), a more accessible option. For more schools in Mount Pleasant, see our Mount Pleasant schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Mount Pleasant High Mount Pleasant 0.2 mi 6.5
Mount Pleasant Elementary Mt. Pleasant 2.8 mi 7.9
A T Allen Elementary Concord 3.8 mi 5.9
Concord Middle Concord 4.1 mi 2.4
W M Irvin Elementary Concord 4.1 mi 5.0
R Brown McAllister Elementary Concord 4.9 mi 7.2
C3 CONCORD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Concord 5.3 mi 5.8
Concord High Concord 5.9 mi 5.8
Coltrane-Webb Elementary Concord 5.9 mi 7.9
Cabarrus Co Opportunity School Concord 6.1 mi 3.6
Central Cabarrus High Concord 6.7 mi 5.5
Beverly Hills Elementary Concord 6.7 mi 6.7
THE DANIEL ACADEMY OF CONCORD Concord 6.8 mi 7.5
J N Fries Magnet School Concord 7.1 mi 5.4
Cabarrus Health Sciences Institute Concord 7.0 mi
CONCORD ACADEMY Concord 7.1 mi 5.6
Concord Lake STEAM Academy Kannapolis 7.4 mi 7.5
Bostian Elementary China Grove 8.5 mi 7.2
Cabarrus Early College of Technology Concord 7.4 mi 8.0
Rocky River Elementary Concord 8.1 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 28124 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$76,600

Median Home Value

$267,500

Median Rent

$1,078/mo

Population

6,169

College Educated

22.6%

Homeownership

87.2%

Avg Commute

30 min

Poverty Rate

11%

Median Age

42.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mount Pleasant Middle

What grades does Mount Pleasant Middle serve?

Mount Pleasant Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Mount Pleasant Middle?

Mount Pleasant Middle has an enrollment of approximately 657 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mount Pleasant Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Mount Pleasant Middle is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mount Pleasant Middle rank in NC?

Mount Pleasant Middle ranks #1,387 of 2,648 schools in NC.

What is Mount Pleasant Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Mount Pleasant Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Mount Pleasant Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mount Pleasant Middle has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Mount Pleasant Middle a charter school?

No, Mount Pleasant Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Mount Pleasant Middle a Title I school?

No, Mount Pleasant Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mount Pleasant Middle?

49.2% of students at Mount Pleasant Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
657
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
49.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Cabarrus County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.5%

District

Cabarrus County Schools
District Enrollment
35,021
Schools in District
44
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,749
District Rank
#28 of 43

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